9 signs your coworkers think you're dumb

2. They're terse and sarcastic

Don't you hate getting texts that just say "k"? The conversational equivalent of that may be a sign that your colleagues underestimate your intelligence.

If their responses tend to be short and blunt with a side of sarcasm, they probably don't value your insight very much.

3. Their body language is rude

Sneering. Glaring. Staring. Smirking. Eye rolling.

If you notice this contemptuous body language in your coworkers, that pretty much confirms that you're the target of workplace mockery.

4. They ignore you

Feeling ostracized in the office isn't a good sign. If people label you as stupid, they won't think you're worth consulting on projects. They certainly won't listen to your advice. If they're especially harsh, they probably won't even give you the time of day.

5. They laugh at you

That old cliche about people laughing at you instead of with you is true, in this case.

Do your coworkers snicker after you say something that wasn't meant to be funny? They probably think you sound dumb. Are you constantly the butt of jokes and pranks? Maybe your colleagues appreciate your good sense of humor, or maybe you're the office laughingstock.

6. They act surprised when you succeed

When you triumph in the office, do you receive congratulations or stares of outright shock? If you're getting the latter, your colleagues probably don't think very highly of your abilities.

7. They never ask you for help

Are you constantly offering to assist people and getting shot down? Even when you know for a fact that your coworkers could use more hands on deck?

That's not good. They might think that you'll just make matters worse with your help.

8. They refuse to help you

You ask for help and nobody lifts a finger.

Maybe your coworkers are busy (or jerks). Alternatively, they might have just deemed your problem too silly or straightforward to waste time on.

9. You're down on yourself

Feeling stupid can lead to a vicious cycle.

If you think you're dumb, others may pick up on your self-critical vibes and go along with it, which in turn leads you to feel even less intelligent.

So even if you feel completely out of your league, it's important to at least fake some confidence. Otherwise, people will swoop in and take advantage.